Arabic-Modern Standard Linguist CAT III

Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services in support of ongoing and new U.S operations and mission requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation from Modern Standard Arabic into English.
• Translate various syntax and expressions, including colloquial and slang phrases, from English and Modern Standard Arabic and vice versa.
• Work and travel in austere environments.
• Provide advice on the cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents.
• Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic and English speaking and writing at Level 3/3 of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) - Native proficiency preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of Arabic culture with previous work in the region - Native familiarity preferred.
• Experience interpreting and translating Modern Standard Arabic into English.
• Ability to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect with vocabulary rarely requiring paraphrasing or explanation.
• Familiarity with the local culture and customs, with the ability to operate within the local populace.